By Tuk-Tuk: The quintessential Siem Reap experience. Three-wheeled motorized vehicles accommodating 2-3 passengers. Negotiate fares beforehand (typically $3-5 per ride within city). More comfortable and tourist-friendly than regular taxis.
By Motorbike: Renting motorbikes ($5-8/day) provides freedom for exploration, though requires comfort with Southeast Asian traffic. Many tourists hire drivers ($15-25/day) instead.
By Car & Driver: Arrange through hotels or tour operators. Essential for day trips and early-morning temple visits. Expect $30-50/day including driver.
On Foot: City center is pedestrian-friendly. Riverside district particularly pleasant for walking, though sidewalks can be uneven.
Taxis: Registered white taxis available but more expensive than tuk-tuks. Grab operates in Siem Reap (Uber does not).
Getting to Siem Reap: International airports serve flights from Bangkok, Ho Chi Minh City, and other Southeast Asian hubs. Flights use Siem Reap Angkor International Airport (SAI), about 52 km from town (it replaced the old airport in 2023); the official shuttle costs $8 per person each way.
Siem Reap Angkor International Airport (SAI) to city center: